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VocabJLPT N1

probe

NounSuru VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

1. probe
2. inquiry

This noun and verb (used with する) means to explore or probe an area in search of information, resources, or phenomena. It is commonly used in scientific contexts, such as space exploration or geological surveys.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

According to the newspaper, a plan to probe for water beneath Mars's surface is underway.

Sentence 2

How exactly do you intend to probe an unknown planet?

Sentence 3

"If we probe this forest, we should find medicinal herbs," the teacher said.

Sentence 4

If you have time, would you like to probe some of the nearby candidate sites?

Sentence 5

Apparently that machine has sensors that can probe its interior!